Books published by publisher Sasquatch Books, 2002

Buddhism teaches that each person must overcome 100 demons in a lifetime. In One Hundred Demons, a collection of 20 autobiographical comic strip stories from Salon’s popular “Mothers Who Think” section, Lynda Barry wrestles with some of hers in her signature quirky, irrepressible voice. From “Dancing” and “Hate” to “Dogs” and “Magic,” the tales included here are at once hilarious and heartbreaking. As she delves into the delights and sorrows of adolescence, family, identity, and love, Barry’s ear for dialogue, dead-on delivery, and painterly style showcase her considerable genius.

In the far northern parts of the world, near and above the Arctic Circle, summer days are very long. In Barrow, Alaska, for example, the sun rises in May and sets 83 days later, in early August. During this time, the sun shines all through the night. People call it the midnight sun. When the midnight sun is shining, people and animals stay active even at night. This sweet poetic narrative, illustrated by award-winner Jeremiah Trammell, showcases the many pleasures of this unique time as a little girl dances, fishes, plays games, watches moose and fox, and communes with family and nature.

The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, is one of nature's wonders and a major attraction for those lucky enough to view it. For those who can't, this book makes a wonderful introduction to this curious and colorful planetary phenomenon. Mindy Dwyer's enchanting illustrations make the lights dance before young readers' eyes. The book's 26 facts and legends - one for each letter of the alphabet - explain both the science behind it (solar winds hitting the earth's magnetic fields) and the legends it has inspired, such as the fascinating Makah Indian myth that pots of boiling whale blubber created it.

Sew adorable animal-themed projects for kids' room decor, handmade toys, and wearable accessories.Create beautiful handmade animal friends for the whole family: a darling whale teether, adorable fox baby slippers, stackable animal blocks, a sweet lion throw pillow, or a fuzzy sheep backpack! Perfect for gifting, these one-of-a-kind handmade treasures are sure to be cherished. Inspired by the beautiful simplicity of Japanese and Scandinavian design, these projects will delight the creator as much as the recipient. 15 beginner-friendly projects with 35+ variations. Includes lookbook at the front followed by a sewing and embroidery primer, project instructions with photos and step-by-step illustrations, and templates at the back.

Who knows what cats do when nobody's looking? Jasper Tomkins knows, and shows, in this charming picture book. One day a man takes his seven cats for a walk in the country. When his back is turned, they do magical cat-things: walk on their hind legs, frolic over water, and form a feline pyramid to navigate through tall grass. Wonderful illustrations and lighthearted text capture the amazing lives of these quizzical creatures.

One dull day in school, Tamber looks to his left, where a window has suddenly appeared. Through it steps a small, colorful, four-legged creature with two prominent humps on its back. Climbing on Tamber's desk, the creature announces, "We are the Camelback Dogs, and we want to show you everything!" Thus begins Tamber's magical tour of a place in the universe far different from his own that culminates in a delirious harpsichord concert performed by — who else? — The Camelback Dogs.